EU Just Transition Investment grant-aid scheme for strategic partners
The EU Just Transition Investment Grant-Aid Scheme for strategic partners offers grant aid to relevant State agencies within the EU Just Transition Territory. It supports improved tourism infrastructure, facilities, and visitor experiences. This includes projects that can be leveraged by the private and community sectors. The scheme is now closed and information here is only for reference.
Eligible organisations
The scheme was open to the following state agencies: Coillte, Office of Public Works, BnM, Waterways Ireland, National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Scheme focus areas
Projects within this scheme focus on the following areas:
- Visitor experience improvement
- Digital transformation
- Digital user experience
- Accessibility and sustainability
- Regenerative tourism
Funding terms
Funding is limited and was allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. All approved projects are subject to planning permission and funding availability.
Approved projects
Call dates: Scheme closed on 6th Jan 2026
Approved projects include:
| Project and location | Project description | Lead organisation | Funding amount |
| Kildare: Donadea Forest Park | Creation of a visitor masterplan for the Forest Park | Coillte | €67,650 |
| Laois: Emo Court | Options study for the development of Emo Court and Estate | Office of Public Works | €187,500 |
| Longford, Westmeath, and Kildare: Royal Canal Greenway | Delivery of the Royal Canal Greenway visitor experience development, including Greenway animation and interpretation | Waterways Ireland | €487,500 |
| Tipperary: Roscrea Castle | Delivery of interpretation upgrade and introduction of new exhibitions within Roscrea Castle, Damer House, Heritage Centre, and landscaping works to the castle courtyard and garden | Office of Public Works | €2,976,548 |
| Longford: Corlea Iron Age Roadway & Visitor Centre | Options study to improve the visitor experience at Corlea Visitor Centre including conservation and presentation options for the Iron Age Roadway | Office of Public Works | €262,500 |
| Offaly: Shannonbridge Marina | Expansion of the capacity of the marina at Shannonbridge | Waterways Ireland | €150,000 |
| Offaly: Clonmacnoise | Redevelopment of the visitor centre at Clonmacnoise, including refurbishment and extension of buildings to enhance the experience for visitors | Office of Public Works | €7,800,000 |
| Roscommon: Lough Key Forest Park | Detailed design and planning for increased capacity and range of activities to realise ambitious strategy and masterplan objectives for Lough Key Forest Park | Coillte in partnership with Roscommon County Council | €1,185,712 |